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Beneficial Oils – Tip #4

Beneficial Oils – Tip #4

Just as ingesting (eating) oils can be beneficial for overall health, applying oils topically can have tremendous benefits in terms of skins’ appearance. To name just a few:

Olive Oil
Olive oil is known for its versatility when it comes to cooking and it’s also a great option as a body or face oil for dry to very dry and mature skin.

Argan Oil
100% pure Argan Oil (without added fragrance or preservatives) is naturally self-preserving and contains a high level of antioxidants and fatty acids. Not only does Argan Oil moisturize skin, it may aid in preventing and getting rid of breakouts due to its high Vitamin E content and the fact that it is naturally lightweight.

Jojoba Oil
A very commonly found ingredient in many skincare products, Jojoba Oil is helpful in that its composition in very similar to the sebum found in our skin. It works as a great pre-moisturizer (massage around face to remove residue before cleansing) and is compatible with many skin types such as normal, combination and dry.

Feeling extra dry between facials? After washing, toning and moisturizing, apply a pump or two of your favorite oil on top your your moisturizer, at night, to amp up the hydration. And, make sure to keep up to date on your facials by contacting us today.